How do we know the message of goodwill toward men is true?

We know the message of goodwill toward men is true because it is firmly grounded in the character of God, who is love. Romans 5:8 states, 'But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.' This illustrates that the goodwill spoken of by the angels is not merely a wish but a reality fulfilled through Christ’s redemptive work. The proclamation reflects God’s sovereign plan to redeem fallen humanity, regardless of their condition. It underscores the necessity of acknowledging our need for salvation and responding to the gospel message, which is extended universally to all who will believe.